THE West Somerset Youth Trust is offering young people funding towards the cost of an enrichment activity such as travel, courses, events or associated equipment.

Somerset Community Foundation, which manages the fund, is encouraging 14 to 25-year-olds who live in West Somerset or have strong links to the area to apply. The closing date is Wednesday, February 28.

Previous grants have been awarded for international scouting jamborees, work experience placements, Duke of Edinburgh expeditions and workshops at the National Youth Theatre.

Grants are typically 25 per cent of the total cost of the trip or event up to a maximum of £300. Applicants will need to think about how they plan to fund the total cost of the trip or event, any other fundraising needed and plan a simple budget.

Anyone interested in applying for funding should visit www.somersetcf.org.uk/wsyt where there is also information about grant funding for community projects.